I’ve been doing some soul-searching around how I measure my difference-making in the lives of my family, team, friends, and those privileged to serve as clients. As a result, I’ve been drawn to a type of “report card” or simple assessment.

For me, it comes down to five sure-fire way to make a difference– five questions:

1. Am I 100% clear in my awareness?
Ignorance isn’t bliss, it’s blind. I prefer to have clarity on what matters most.

• Am I living my daily purpose with passion?
• Am I living my five stated values: faith, family first, hard work, leadership, and fun-factor?
• Am I adding value to others I serve?
• Am I investing in my key relationships and not letting them slip?

• Do I maintain rituals of discipline– my morning ritual, soulful ritual, prioritization, and corporate athlete protocols of healthy nutrition and disciplined fitness?
• Do my tasks take me to the top of my desired outcomes?

• Joy colors everything in our life.
• A positive attitude allows you to see things as a glowing opportunity rather than an obligation.
• I’m putting some dancing moments, laughing, loving, and playing at a higher priority.

• Intention without action is a hope and dream.
• Moving into action puts the brain in accelerated gear toward success.
• In combat, marines are trained to keep moving– don’t be stationary.
• “Attack the attack.”

• Evaluate accomplishments. Fine-tune your efforts. GO BIG!